OAuth Has Ruined Everything

10/25/2015

This blog post discusses the implementation of OAuth and its impact on the user experience. OAuth, a protocol used for authorization, has become widely adopted for allowing users to grant third-party applications access to their personal information. However, the article argues that the introduction of OAuth has negatively affected the user experience by adding complexity and confusion. It highlights issues such as inconsistent implementation, fragmented user interfaces, and the inconvenience of repeatedly granting permissions. The post suggests that alternative approaches should be considered to simplify the authentication process and improve user satisfaction.

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